African Fashion Week London is back for season 9

The largest and longest running annual African fashion show is back, taking place in London's prestigious Freemasons' Hall for two full days of action packed events

The itenerary includes catwalk shows and exhibition shopping floors, featuring over 1000 designers who fly in from different parts of the globe to showcase the best of African fashion.

Those who love high-end fashion wil be able to buy from the newly introduced Luxury Boutique, which will showcase luxury clothing and accessories from the cultural mosaic that is the African Continent.

Also featured at the event will be the African Market Souk, as well as African Food Village, where attendees will be able to buy bespoke afro-centric designs as well as pick up something to eat.

For the first time in AFWL history, guests will be able to attend exclusive panel sessions with leading manufacturers, retailers and government officials from all areas relating to fashion. Facilitated by The AFWL Business Fashion Forum, this newly introduced feature will involve panel sessions from leading manufacturers, offering guidance, advice and valuable industry insight to aspiring designers and creatives. Special guest speakers will include the Mayor of London’s Office and the V&A Museum.

Those in attendance are guaranteed to purchase many red-carpet-worthy items or bespoke pieces that will be an exquisite addition to any summer wardrobe.